INLAY RETAINED FIXED DENTAL PROSTHESIS AND AN ENDOCROWN- A MINIMALLY INVASIVE APPROACH

Missing teeth is an extremely common clinical encounter that dentists come across. Various treatment options exist for such a situation including fixed partial dentures and dental implants. In a single missing tooth scenario, dental implants are often the most lucrative and sought-after treatment. These options are invasive and sacrifice a lot of tooth structure. But, in certain situations such as a financial constraint of the patient alternate treatment options are sought. In these situations, resin bonded posterior Fixed Dental Prosthesis (RBFDP) are excellent treatment options. These resin-bonded posterior Fixed Dental Prosthesis (RBFDP) offer an effective and great esthetic outcome for the patient Post and core followed by crown is often a treatment option for severely broken-down teeth. Endocrown is an excellent alternative treatment option in such cases. This case report describes a minimally invasive technique of inlay retained posterior fixed dental prosthesis made of monolithic zirconia and a lithium disilicate endocrown.